Subject Matter Expert, Aircraft Battle Damage Repair

Responsibilities

• Serve as a master-level authority on aircraft structural integrity and materials science
• Bridge the gap between high-level engineering and practical, flight-line repair reality
• Instruct unique aeronautical engineering courses to USAF Company Grade Officers
• Act as the Senior Subject Matter Expert to the ABDRE program leadership
• Support ABDRE Chief and Site Leads to ensure engineering calculations and courses are executed safely and efficiently
• Apply research and development findings to the operational feasibility of repairs to impact warfighter readiness

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 15 years of documented experience as an ABDR, Structural, or Composites Engineer
• Mastery of Aircraft Structural engineering and Advanced Composites
• Extensive knowledge of Metals Technology and Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI)
• 5 years of experience teaching aviation-related engineering courses
• Proven experience developing aerospace engineering or ABDRE curriculum
• U.S. citizenship is required due to federal research contract requirements
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 1-year tour as an ABDRE instructor within AFLCMC/EZ8
• 8 years of experience as a USAF officer
• Eligibility for an Active Secret Clearance
• Experience with multiple airframes (e.g., F-16, F-35, C-130, KC-135)

About the Company

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving government, industry, and nonprofit customers. UDRI contributes to the fulfillment of the University’s commitments to education, research, and public service through the involvement of students, faculty, and external partners.